ITALIAN MEATBALL HOAGIES

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My sister and I often prepare the meals for out busy family of eight. We like recipes that are easy to prepare yet filling. Served with a salad, these sandwiches are satisfying.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef
2 cups crushed saltines (about 60 crackers)
SAUCE:
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 submarine sandwich buns (about 6 inches), split
Sliced mozzarella cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and sprinkle with cracker crumbs; mix gently. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place in ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Drain on paper towels., In a large saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, parsley and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat; add meatballs. Reduce heat; add meatballs. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until heated through. Serve meatballs and sauce on buns. Top with mozzarella cheese if desired.

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